AI-generatedUmm Qasr at a glance
- Best time
- Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 47°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 32.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,220 h
- Rain a year
- 144 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Umm Qasr
Umm Qasr has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 47 °C, while January is the coolest at 19 °C. With around 3,220 hours of sunshine a year, Umm Qasr is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Umm Qasr
The best time to visit Umm Qasr is in November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from April to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to March. From April to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 47 °C. The wettest month is November with 34 mm of precipitation.
Umm Qasr through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Umm Qasr in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 27–41 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days in all
Umm Qasr in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 45–47 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Umm Qasr in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 27–44 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Umm Qasr in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 19–22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Apr – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – Oct
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 37°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 35°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:4917:19
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:34–06:21 · evening 16:46–17:33
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:25–05:34 · evening 17:33–17:43
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Umm Qasr compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 40° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 26°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 40° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 17° |
| Sea | 29° | 26° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Umm Qasr in October?
In October, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 29 min05:49 – 17:19
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 14 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %13 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %97 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Umm Qasr
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November has the better holiday weather in Umm Qasr: score 93 against 69. In November, days are 10 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 5 °C cooler in November. November has 3 more rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours less a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 69 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 37° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 14° |
| Sea | 28.1° | 23.6° |
| Sunshine | 8.8 hbetter | 7.3 h |
| Rainy days | 1better | 4 |
| Rainfall | 3 mmbetter | 34 mm |
| Muggy days | 4 | 2better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Umm Qasr month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
31January19° · Sea 16° · 6.6 h
In January, Umm Qasr is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 33 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in January50February22° · Sea 16° · 7.4 h
In February, Umm Qasr is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 14 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in February77March27° · Sea 18° · 8.0 h
In March, Umm Qasr is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 21 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in March77April34° · Sea 22° · 8.1 h
In April, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in April65May41° · Sea 27° · 9.6 h
In May, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 41 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in May65June45° · Sea 29° · 11.4 h
In June, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 45 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in June65July47° · Sea 31° · 10.9 h
In July, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 47 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 30 °C. The sea averages 31.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in July65August47° · Sea 33° · 10.9 h
In August, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 47 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 29 °C. The sea averages 32.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in August65September44° · Sea 31° · 10.2 h
In September, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 44 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in September69October37° · Sea 28° · 8.8 h
In October, Umm Qasr is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in October93November27° · Sea 24° · 7.3 h
In November, Umm Qasr is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 34 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in November47December21° · Sea 19° · 6.6 h
In December, Umm Qasr is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 29 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Umm Qasr.
Umm Qasr in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Umm Qasr
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
WarmOctober: nights around 21°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 4 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (8°), the warmest in July (30°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 31 | 19° | 8° | 15.9° | 6.6 h | 4 | 33 |
| FebruaryFeb | 50 | 22° | 10° | 15.9° | 7.4 h | 3 | 14 |
| MarchMar | 77 | 27° | 14° | 18.4° | 8.0 h | 3 | 21 |
| AprilApr | 77 | 34° | 20° | 22.2° | 8.1 h | 1 | 7 |
| MayMay | 65 | 41° | 25° | 26.6° | 9.6 h | 1 | 4 |
| JuneJun | 65 | 45° | 28° | 29.3° | 11.4 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 47° | 30° | 31.3° | 10.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 65 | 47° | 29° | 32.6° | 10.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 65 | 44° | 26° | 30.9° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 69 | 37° | 21° | 28.1° | 8.8 h | 1 | 3 |
| NovemberNov | 93 | 27° | 14° | 23.6° | 7.3 h | 4 | 34 |
| DecemberDec | 47 | 21° | 9° | 18.8° | 6.6 h | 5 | 29 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Umm Qasr
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.0 – 29.3 °C
Swimming season: Apr – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Umm Qasr ranges from 15.9 °C in January to 32.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to November.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 31.2 and 33.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.9° | 14.6° | 17.2° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.9° | 15.0° | 17.1° | cold |
| MarchMar | 18.4° | 17.2° | 19.7° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 22.2° | 21.3° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 26.6° | 25.7° | 27.5° | warm |
| JuneJun | 29.3° | 28.3° | 30.3° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 31.3° | 30.6° | 32.4° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 32.6° | 31.2° | 33.9° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 30.9° | 29.9° | 32.1° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.1° | 27.0° | 29.3° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 23.6° | 22.2° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 18.8° | 17.2° | 20.0° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Umm Qasr
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.8 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Umm Qasr, 77 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Umm Qasr: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Umm Qasr has about one rainy day with 3 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Umm Qasr
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 6 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Umm Qasr
How breezy and how cloudy Umm Qasr is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Umm Qasr typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 14 % of the sky over Umm Qasr: mostly clear, with about 8.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Umm Qasr
How often the day gets hot in Umm Qasr (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Umm Qasr has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 37 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Umm Qasr
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Umm Qasr in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Umm Qasr has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 77) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 39).
- 77
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
GoodBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 65
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 42 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 65
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 47 °C by day
- Sea 32 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 69
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 37 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 39
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 6 h 5 min
- Distance
- 4,610 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Iraq
- Currency
- Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
- Languages
- Arabic, Kurdish
- Sockets
- Type C, D, G · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +964
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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In October Umm Qasr has the better holiday weather (score 69 vs 49). During the day it is about as warm in Abadan as in Umm Qasr.
| in October | Umm Qasr | Abadan |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 69 | 49 |
| Daytime high | 37° | 37° |
| Sea | 28° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 |
| Best time | Nov | Nov – Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about Umm Qasr
When is the best time to visit Umm Qasr?
The best time to visit Umm Qasr is in November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Umm Qasr?
The sea temperature in Umm Qasr ranges from 15.9 °C in January to 32.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to November.
Can you swim in Umm Qasr in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Umm Qasr?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 47 °C and nights around 29 °C. January is the coolest month at 19 °C.
When does it rain most in Umm Qasr?
The wettest month is November with 34 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Umm Qasr get?
Umm Qasr gets around 3,220 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.4 hours a day; in January there are 6.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Umm Qasr in?
Umm Qasr is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Umm Qasr?
A nonstop flight from London to Umm Qasr takes about 6 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 4,610 km.
Which school holidays are best for Umm Qasr?
Umm Qasr has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 77) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 39). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 77, May half-term 65, summer holidays 65, October half-term 69, Christmas holidays 39.